Fraction Calculator
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Understanding Fractions
Fractions represent parts of a whole. They consist of a numerator (top number) and denominator (bottom number).
Adding Fractions
To add fractions:
- Find common denominator
- Convert fractions
- Add numerators
- Simplify result
Example: 1/4 + 1/3 = 7/12
LCM of 4 and 3 is 12 → 3/12 + 4/12 = 7/12
Multiplying Fractions
To multiply fractions:
- Multiply numerators
- Multiply denominators
- Simplify result
Example: 2/3 × 3/4 = 6/12 = 1/2
2×3 / 3×4 = 6/12 = 1/2
Dividing Fractions
To divide fractions:
- Multiply by reciprocal
- Follow multiplication rules
- Simplify result
Example: 2/3 ÷ 3/4 = 2/3 × 4/3 = 8/9
Flip second fraction and multiply
Simplifying Fractions
To simplify fractions:
- Find GCD of numerator & denominator
- Divide both by GCD
- Express as mixed number if needed
Example: 8/12 = 2/3 (GCD is 4)
8÷4 / 12÷4 = 2/3